I recently had the pleasure of photographing a truly heartwarming surprise proposal under the full bloom of cherry blossoms in Kyoto. The couple was incredibly sweet, and even though there was a small mix-up at the beginning because they forgot to tell each other what they were wearing, everything turned out beautifully.

The proposal itself was unforgettable. Along with the engagement ring, the groom-to-be prepared a large puzzle engraved with heartfelt messages from their closest friends and family. After she finished reading all the messages, he presented the ring and asked her to marry him. It was such a beautiful moment, made even more magical by the gentle sakura petals falling around them.

After the proposal, we moved to the famous bamboo forest for more photos and met up with her parents for a joyful second part of the shoot. Everyone was so warm and cheerful—it was truly a session filled with happiness.

Thank you for choosing me as your photographer for this once-in-a-lifetime moment. Congratulations again, and I’m so happy I got to be part of your story.